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Ghee is loaded with essential fatty acids, which makes it a magical source of hydration. Whether it’s your skin, hair or body — slathering on a thin layer of ghee can bring back long-lost glow and even act as an effective anti-ageing solution. Celebrity macrobiotic coach Dr Shilpa Arora took to social media to share that ghee cream made at home can rival any store bought mosituriser.
She applied the cream, made by following a 5,00o year old Ayurvedic recipe where it is washed 100 times, and compared it against an expensive cosmetic moisturiser. The results astounded her. “I tried both — the luxury @lamer and the humble Ayurvedic ghee cream. And trust me, glow doesn’t always come with a price tag,” she mentioned in the caption of her Instagram video.
Anadi Sharma, Ayurvedic practitioner, shared that washed ghee is an ancient beauty secret and widely used in Ayurveda. “It is prepared by washing ghee a hundred times in a copper vessel, leaving a pure non-greasy cloud-like whipped cream. It can be used as a moisturiser that reaches all seven layers of the skin,” he elaborated, adding that in Ayurveda, it was used to calm burning sensations and beat skin diseases, such as chickenpox.
As the name goes, you need to wash butter or thick malai extracted from milk 100 times with cold water.
“The end result will be a white ball of a whipped light airy product. Store it in an airtight container and this would last for six months or more,” he said.
But how does it fare against over the counter moisturisers? Indianexpress.com reached out to a skin expert and found out.
Dr Shweta Nakhawa, consultant dermatologist, KIMS Hospitals, Thane told indianexpress.com that pure ghee can be extremely beneficial if applied externally as a topical treatment. It is rich in healthy fats to support the skin barrier, vitamins A, D, and E, which aid in cell repair, and have moisturising properties to help promote a healthy glow. It also contains antioxidants that neutralise free radicals and slow down the ageing process.
“It helps heal the skin barrier and soothe mild irritations. When consumed, the healthy fats in ghee support gut health, hormone balance, and skin nutrition,” she said, adding that some people also use ghee as a DIY mask with turmeric or honey, but first, do a patch test.
For dry skin: Massage your body with lukewarm ghee to have soft and supple skin.
For chapped and dark lips: Apply ghee on your lips to wake up with supple and soft lips.
For dark circles: Ghee is a cheaper under eye cream. Massage some of it under your eyes and wake up without under-eye bags.
However, Dr Nakhawa warned people with oily, acne-prone, or sensitive skin against applying ghee on face, as it might clog pores and lead to breakouts. For them, regular store bought moisturisers which are lightweight, and gel-based would work best, she added.
She also suggested using unadulterated products. “Choose only pure, organic, or homemade ghee without additives. And remember, ghee is not a substitute for medical treatment for eczema, psoriasis, or other skin conditions; it must be used as a gentle addition under supervision,” she concluded.
DISCLAIMER: This article is based on information from the public domain and/or the experts we spoke to. Always consult your health practitioner before starting any routine.
